Descriptive Language in Narratives

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Objective

I can add descriptive language to my narrative to paint a clearer picture for the reader.

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Warm-up video

TED-Ed · 4:42Vetted channel

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Practice

5 questions

1

Explain what is meant by "descriptive language" in narratives and provide two examples of descriptive phrases that could enhance a story.

2

In the video, the metaphor "Billy's legs are noodles" is used. Create your own metaphor to describe a character's emotions and explain how it adds depth to the narrative.

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Exit ticket

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Write a descriptive sentence about a stormy night that engages at least three of the five senses (sight, sound, touch, taste, smell). Write a descriptive sentence about a character's excitement that uses a metaphor and explain how this metaphor enhances the reader's understanding of the character's emotions.

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